Month by month
| Month | Afternoon | Sea | Rain | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16.5 °C | 15.6 °C | 5 days | Possible, with trade-offs |
| February | 17.4 °C | 15.3 °C | 5 days | Possible, with trade-offs |
| March | 19.1 °C | 15.3 °C | 9 days | Pleasant — a good time to go |
| April | 20.5 °C | 16.5 °C | 6 days | Pleasant — a good time to go |
| May | 23.9 °C | 18.3 °C | 4 days | Pleasant — a good time to go |
| June | 27.8 °C | 20.1 °C | 2 days | Ideal — one of the best times of year |
| July | 31.2 °C | 22.7 °C | 0 day | Ideal — one of the best times of year |
| August | 31 °C | 24.4 °C | 1 day | Ideal — one of the best times of year |
| September | 27.9 °C | 22.5 °C | 3 days | Ideal — one of the best times of year |
| October | 24.2 °C | 20.4 °C | 5 days | Ideal — one of the best times of year |
| November | 20.2 °C | 17.7 °C | 5 days | Pleasant — a good time to go |
| December | 17.8 °C | 16.4 °C | 5 days | Possible, with trade-offs |
Before you go
Three things to check once you have picked your dates.
Entry
Spain is in the European Union. Entry rules depend on your nationality — check before booking.
Safety
No specific restrictions
Usual precautions apply.
Official advice updated 12 August 2026
Health
Recommended vaccinations, water quality, mosquitoes: advice depends on the country and the season. Some vaccines need time before departure.
Beau Fixe is not a safety or health authority. These notes summarise public advisories and link to their source; only the competent authorities are authoritative. Alert levels: Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (gov.uk), Open Government Licence v3.0.
FAQ
Can you swim in Vélez-Málaga in February?
The sea averages 15.3°C in February — too cold for most swimmers.
How hot is Vélez-Málaga in February?
Expect 17.4°C in the afternoon and 9.4°C at night, averaged over the last 10 years.
Does it rain a lot in Vélez-Málaga in February?
Around 5 days with rain (≥ 1 mm) in the month — 17% of days.